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Melbourne
Monday, January 12th, 2026
Good morning, Melbourne. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local firefighters hosted the 10th annual chili cook-off at Cocoa Riverfront Park on Sunday, Jan. 11. Families and residents sampled chili while celebrating a decade of friendly competition (the event ran from 1 to 4 p.m. at 401 Riveredge Boulevard). Space Coast Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Starting in February, the Space Coast Fruit Festival Pageants will take place at Space Coast Daily Park at 5775 Stadium Parkway; the Key Lime Pie Festival is scheduled for Feb. 21-22 and the Strawberry Festival for Mar. 7-8. Free advanced registration is recommended and coaching is available. Space Coast Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brevard Public Schools (BPS) holds its first Mascot Olympics at Viera High. School mascots from elementary, middle and high schools will join in a day of spirited games and community fun. Florida Today
- ➤ Eastern Florida State College invites local students to register for Spring 2026 Mini-Mester classes that offer online, hybrid and on-campus options for associate or bachelor's degrees and career certificates. The easy online application supports those aiming to fast-track educational and job opportunities. Space Coast Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NASA will roll its SLS rocket & Orion spacecraft from the Vehicle Assembly Building to Launch Pad 39B on Saturday, Jan. 17 as engineers work to resolve technical issues before final pad checks begin for the Artemis II test flight. Space Coast Daily
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A Tribute to The Eagles
7-8 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — $38 general admission, $70 VIP seating — Experience Florida’s ultimate Eagles tribute band performing classic hits live.
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Havana Nights: Salsa Dance Party
6:30-11:59 p.m. — Venezia Wine Veranda — Check website for pricing — Experience an evening of Cuban rhythm with Salsa dancing and delightful culinary specials.
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8th Annual Run for the Kids Race Challenge
8 AM – 2 PM — Wickham Park — Supporting Brevard County children and families through a challenging 15K race.
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Live Oceanfront Music with Damion Suomi
1-4 p.m. — Element Melbourne Oceanfront — Free parking available — Enjoy smooth tunes and craft cocktails at a relaxed brunch setting by the ocean.
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Catalina Wine Mixer Networking Event
6-9 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — Networking Event — Connect with ambitious entrepreneurs in a relaxed setting at the ultimate Catalina Wine Mixer.
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Space Coast Food & Wine Festival
3-6 p.m. — Downtown Melbourne — Tickets available online — Experience a culinary celebration with tastings from top chefs and local flavors by the waterfront.
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K-Pop Warriors Show
4:00-5:30 p.m. — Melbourne Auditorium — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a high-energy show with vibrant music and dance inspired by K-Pop.
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SouthsidersVW Winter Blitz IX
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Intracoastal Brewing Company — $10 entry plus donation — Celebrate the VW community with live music and trophy competitions while benefiting local animal care.
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